Field Sales Pro: Construction Materials for Contractors

Carter Lumber Company; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/ Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation/ holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military friendly

Job summary

Townsend Building Supply, a division of Carter Lumber, seeks an Outside Sales Representative to identify sales opportunities with local contractors and drive material sales and installed services. You will visit job sites, call on prospects, and support customers with product knowledge and timely delivery.

The role emphasizes strong communication, field sales leadership, and the ability to interpret blueprints and construction practices to win business.

Qualifications

• Experience selling building materials to contractors.
• Knowledge of the building materials industry.
• Ability to increase sales and profitability.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints; understand construction practices.
• Team-oriented and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Identify target customers and grow market share.
• Collect and update information on customer usage and trends.
• Sell building materials and installed services to contractors.
• Assess appropriate credit programs based on customer needs.
• Meet or exceed sales and profit goals through leads and market insights.
• Support customers with take-offs, scheduling, and delivery coordination.
• Maintain open communication between store teams and customers.

Skills

Building materials sales

Contractor sales experience

Blueprint reading

Team player

Flexible schedule

Construction knowledge

Job description

Townsend Building Supply, a division of Carter Lumber, seeks an Outside Sales Representative to identify sales opportunities with local contractors and drive material sales and installed services. You will visit job sites, call on prospects, and support customers with product knowledge and timely delivery.

The role emphasizes strong communication, field sales leadership, and the ability to interpret blueprints and construction practices to win business.